"Beware of This Home Cooking Pitfall"

No matter how healthy your food is, if you're like most people, you are probably making this mistake...

For years, I've been working tirelessly to get the message out to you about all the dangers potentially lurking in your common, everyday cookware.

From the toxic chemicals present in non-stick surface pans, to the leaching of dangerous heavy metals into your food from a variety of other types of metal cookware – I want you to know.

I've talked about it, written about it, done videos about it – and tried every way I can think of – to warn you of the terrible potential hazards to your health from most cookware out on the market today.

For those of you who might still be skeptical of the presence of these dangerous toxins making their way into your food – and most assuredly into your body – here’s proof.

Just take a look at this chart of a Heavy Metals Leaching Test performed on common types of cookware you might use every day:

Aluminum

Cobalt

Chrome

Iron

Nickel

Leaching?

Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet

*

*

2.08

2,817.00

*

Yes

Non-Stick Anodized Aluminum 5.5 qt

7.10

*

*

*

*

Yes

Anodized Aluminum 1qt

*

*

*

*

*

Yes

Ceramic Non-Stick Aluminum Skillet

1.40

*

*

.95

*

Yes

Mercola Healthy Chef 10" Ceramic Skillet

< .01

.056

< .05

0

< .05

No

All values are mg/L.
* Indicates value not tested for in given material.
** Speckled metal bakeware leaching values for cobalt and lithium are not available.

Analyses performed in accordance with STANDARD METHODS FOR THE EXAMINATION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER, 18th EDITION APHA-AWWA-WPCF.

4% Glacial Acetic Acid is poured into the vessels and left to sit for 24 hours. Once the 24-hour leach is over, the acetic acid is analyzed via AA Spectroscopy for the individual metal content and then recorded.

And if that’s not bad enough, you have to be careful of the temperature you cook at. The dangers of commercial non-stick cookware are already well-known, but aluminum is also a heavy offender. The higher the temperature you use, the more danger you put yourself at. Aluminum and non-stick surfaces are both known to leach metals into the food you’re cooking.

There's no mistaking the clearly, non-toxic, healthier alternative in cookware.

But before I go on about all the amazing benefits and features of Mercola Healthy Chef Ceramic Cookware, let me ask you one simple question…

Are You Becoming Complacent With Your Food Preparation?

You may not even give a second thought to what you use to prepare your meals. You may even feel satisfied that you're doing everything you can for your health by eating as much raw and unprocessed food as possible.

Unfortunately, it may not be enough if you're not very selective in your food prep. What about your cookware? What about that skillet you use to lightly cook your favorite wild-caught fish? Can you trust it for you and your family?

The answer is – probably not... particularly if you use potentially dangerous non-stick cookware.

The good news is – I do have a healthy cookware solution for you that you can trust... a solution that uses a patented material made of 100% inorganic minerals and nature's own water.

It can help you become the healthy chef you've always wanted to be by…

Delivering you very attractive, high-gloss cookware you can trust – with an unbelievable 50-year manufacturer's warranty.

Saving you time preparing meals and decreasing clean up time afterwards.

Cooking your food safely and consistently from the inside and outside simultaneously.

Helping keep your cooked food hot for a longer period of time.

Using less energy to cook your meals.

And there are many more benefits to the Mercola Healthy Chef Ceramic Cookware I want to share with you.

But first, you should know...

Why You Can't Trust Your Health to Any Old Cookware Lurking in Your Cabinet

Non-stick cookware is the most popular cookware in America. So what's wrong with it?

Well, for starters, non-stick cookware contains perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), a synthetic chemical used in production that creates a soap-like slipperiness and non-stick finish.

Once heated, non-stick pans will quickly reach temperatures at which toxic fumes release into the air. And it doesn't take much heat to do this – the coating begins to break down and releases toxins at a temperature of only 446° F.

PFOA has become very controversial because of potential health dangers... and non-stick cookware is right in the middle of the controversy.

So why is PFOA so dangerous?

In animal studies, PFOA posed health hazards like:

Serious changes in organs.

Death of several rat pups due to PFOA exposure.

Changes in the pituitary in female rats, at all doses. The pituitary controls growth, reproduction, and many metabolic functions. Changes in the size of the pituitary indicate toxicity.

Now the various PFOA doses used in these animal experiments weren't necessarily the same exposure levels you might get from non-stick cookware. But they clearly show the potential danger from PFOA.

And recently, I uncovered even more startling evidence as the...

Chemical Used in Non-Stick Cookware Continues to Suggest Toxicity

In a study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), PFOA was detected in close to 98% of the population. While PFOA can come from sources other than non-stick cookware, that's startling information.

A study reported in 2007, and conducted by the John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, showed alarming evidence that newborn infants face exposure to PFOA while in the womb.

The research analysis detected PFOA in 100% of the newborns examined. While PFOA can come from sources other than this, other studies suggest the potential dangers of non-stick cookware.

So, I'm sure you understand when I say “enough already” with the potential dangers of using non-stick cookware. If you haven't already done it, don't you think it's time to give your non-stick cookware the boot for good?

How This Innovative Cookware Helps Enhance Your Healthy Cooking

Mercola Healthy Chef Ceramic Cookware is not made using PFOA.

In fact, this new innovative cookware is made from a ceramic material that:

Is non-reactive – no chemicals, toxins, or gases get produced while cooking.

Resists carry-over tastes and odors – even highly acidic foods (like tomatoes) will not stain your cookware surface or be absorbed into other foods – no carry-over tastes or odors.

Produces a far-infrared heating process – a penetrating heat process that cooks your food from both the inside and outside at the same time.

Contains no lead, cadmium, aluminum, copper, nickel, chromium, iron, or any other heavy metals – you can trust this cookware to be non-toxic.

Will not leach into your food – no trace metals or chemical leaching from the cooking surface, both potentially affecting taste and your health.

Is dishwasher-safe.

So, by now you can see why I recommend that you “chuck” your PFOA-coated non-stick cookware and switch to the ceramic Mercola Healthy Chef Ceramic Cookware.

But what if you don't use non-stick cookware in your kitchen?

Well, you're not necessarily out of the woods. Here's why you should seriously consider taking action and...

Why I Believe You Should Throw Out Your Aluminum and Stainless Steel Cookware as Well!

Even after you purge your kitchen of unsafe cookware, you may still be harboring danger – this time in the form of aluminum or stainless steel.

Aluminum is a "reactive" metal, meaning that it reacts with salty or acidic foods to release itself into your food. Dietary sources of aluminum include cookware, containers, foil, and utensils. You can also face exposure to aluminum when the non-stick surface chips off a coated aluminum pan.

Next to the most common cookware alternative is stainless steel, accounting for one-third of U.S. cookware sales.

And some cooks prefer the "clad" or "three-ply" varieties that have an aluminum or copper base sandwiched between layers of stainless steel.

Contrary to popular belief, stainless steel may not be an inert metal either. All stainless steel has alloys containing nickel, chromium, molybdenum, carbon, and various other metals.

Copper is an alternative that provides even heat distribution. However, I recommend that it never has direct contact with your food.

When you use copper as your cooking surface, it can leach out in excessive amounts. If enough leaching occurs, you could potentially experience digestive discomforts.*

Therefore, most copper pans come lined with other metals, creating the same concerns noted above. And copper pans are also extremely costly.

Once you realize the potential risks that aluminum and stainless steel are reactive, and that copper may be risky as well, you’ll realize it is time to switch to a healthier option. And the best cookware I've found to date is Mercola Healthy Chef Ceramic Cookware.

And, with its patented ceramic non-toxic surface, you now can...

Go Green With Your Cookware

That's right. You certainly can't say that for cookware made of stainless steel, aluminum, or copper.

We all want to do our utmost for the environment. And now you can go one step further when you use and trust your environmentally-friendly cookware. You can "go green" with Mercola Healthy Chef Ceramic Cookware because it is...

Derived from inorganic materials from the earth's crust.

Made from the earth's minerals and water.

Manufactured by using clean burning, safe natural gas.

Non-reactive and non-toxic – due to its ceramic cooking surface, no odors or gases release into the air during the cooking processes even if temperatures exceed 2,500° F.

An energy saver – you can cook, serve, and store foods in the same Mercola Healthy Chef Ceramic Cookware containers.

A potential time saver – since ceramic material is efficient in retaining heat, you could save cooking time and energy as well.

Extremely versatile – this cookware can be used for multiple cooking applications (stovetop, oven, broiler, refrigerator, freezer, and tabletop) potentially saving you time, energy, and money.

When I uncovered this incredible, cookware, it truly amazed me at how environmentally-friendly it was. I've simply not found anything that comes even close to all the benefits of this cookware.

And I'm not quite finished with all the benefits yet.

As a healthy chef in your home, over and above using healthy and efficient cookware in your kitchen that you can trust, you also want something that will last and cookware that is durable. And besides...

What Other Cookware Is Resilient Enough to Support a 50-Year Warranty?

One thing you don't want to do is constantly replace your cookware.

Well, once you get rid of the potentially hazardous cookware you currently use and replace it with the Mercola Healthy Chef Ceramic Cookware, you're fairly well set for a long time – as long as you don't break the cookware by dropping it…

You will receive free replacement of any ceramic part of the cookware that breaks from hot or cold temperatures within 50 years from your date of purchase.

To me, this goes beyond durability... it creates a level of trust and reliability you're looking for in your everyday cookware.

The manufacturer certainly wouldn't make a 50-year commitment unless the cookware could withstand the test of time.

Here's why Mercola Healthy Chef Ceramic Cookware is so durable...

Made of ceramic 100% inorganic materials – this innovative non-reactive material is the key element in cookware longevity.

You don't have to be concerned about damage due to meltdown of the cookware – helps reduce risk of stove damage and fire.

Cookware surface will never flake off into your food.

Cleanup is a breeze – keeping your cookware in top shape is a key factor in having it potentially last a lifetime.

You can put your full trust in Mercola Healthy Chef Ceramic Cookware.

So, what are you waiting for? You should know by now that...

It’s Not Enough to Eat Healthy Food If Your Preparation Is Potentially Hazardous!

Remember, I applaud you for making a conscious effort to improve your health through a healthy diet of unprocessed foods.

But if you truly want to be a Healthy Chef, you should do everything possible to ensure you prepare meals in a safe and non-hazardous way for you, your family, and friends.

I decided to go all-out in providing you with a complete 16-piece set of this great cookware. Plus, I included some great cooking and preparation accessories.

Here's what you get when you order the Mercola Healthy Chef Ceramic Cookware set: (Click each to view)

Performance Guarantee

Full 50-year warranty -- Mercola Healthy Chef Ceramic Cookware
We promise to replace any ceramic part of your Mercola Healthy Chef Ceramic Cookware product that breaks from hot or cold temperatures within fifty years from date of purchase.

Full one year warranty -- Parts
Each piece of Mercola Healthy Chef Ceramic Cookware is hand crafted and there might be some slight imperfections on the surface of the cookware. This will not affect the performance of the cookware. Any piece of cookware with a manufacturing defect will be replaced, without charge, within one year. You only have to send the defective piece along with your purchase receipt to our Customer Service department to receive a replacement item.

If thermal shock breakage occurs, please keep the product. You may be asked to return it. Accidental breakage from impact is not covered by warranty.

To request a replacement under the terms of the warranty or if you have any questions contact us.

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